Towing The Vehicle - PEUGEOT 4008 Online Manual

towing the vehicle

General recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in your
country.
ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is
higher than that of the towed vehicle.
the driver must remain at the wheel of the
towed vehicle and must have a valid driving
licence.
When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on
the ground, always use an approved towing
bar; rope and straps are prohibited.
When towing a vehicle with the engine off,
there is no longer any power assistance for
braking or steering.
In the following cases, you must always call
on a professional recovery service:
- vehicle broken down on a motorway or
fast road,
- 4 wheel drive vehicle,
- when it is not possible to put the gearbox
into neutral, unlock the steering, or
release the parking brake,
- towing with only two wheels on the
ground,
- where there is no approved towing bar
available...
Towing your vehicle
2 wheel drive (2WD) versions: towing
with the wheels on the ground
F Fit the towing bar to the towing eye on the
chassis, located under the front bumper.
towing with the wheels on the ground
is only possible on 2 wheel drive (2WD)
versions.
In the event of a breakdown
F Put the gear lever into neutral (position N
for the CVt gearbox).
F unlock the steering by turning the ignition
switch to the "ON" position (or to "ON"
mode for vehicles fitted with the "Keyless
entry and Starting" system).
F Release the parking brake.
F Switch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F Move off gently and travel slowly for a short
distance only.
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